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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1939
Page
6
Stanford fires Tiny Thornhill after 1938 and 1939 teams struggle while Glenn Warner era looms. Thornhill’s successor plans swirl as Stanford signals non renewal and potential advisory hires as college football reshapes staff.
Palo Alto Calif Dec 16 The Stanford Board of Athletic Control voted 7 to 2 to not renew Tiny Thornhills contract ending 18 years of football tutoring including seven as head coach Thornhill acknowledged the firing and defended his record noting three Rose Bowl teams in his first three seasons California UCLA and Los Angeles were among season results The board gave no timetable for a successor with names like Dud De Groot linked as possible replacements.
Frankie Brenno of Ogdensburg stopped Mel Hawkins in the third round at the Arena to end Hawkins knockout run. The card also saw Jackie Carter knockout Red Tokas in the semis and several other bouts including Bob Lewis defeating Bert Barmo and John Murphy besting Leo Gunning. Carman DeJohn beat Pickles Brown, Frank Custer stopped Frank Simson, and Al Highers defeated Christ Hart.
Willie Mosconi world pocket billiard champion will perform a midnight show at Palace billiard parlors tonight and at 2 PM Sunday and 2 PM and 8 PM Monday. He rose from Eastern champ in 1933 to high finishes in 1937 1938 events and holds the 1938 title after a three way tie in New York City.
A year ago the Major Leagues boosted player limits and shifted power with voting by Judge Landis. The report recalls former Yale captain and All American leaders, and notes actions affecting players and governance in baseball history.
At Madison Square Garden Patrick Comiskey, once hailed as a future champion, loses by decision to Steve Dudas after an early cut and a stubborn rally. Comiskey’s managers blamed injured hands while Dudas impressed with a resilient comeback and strong middle blows.
East Syracuse defeats Minoa 27 to 20 at Minoa to stay unbeaten in the Onondaga County League. James Andrews scored 11 for East Syracuse while Ralston had 12 for Minoa as the arch rivals split the first half 18 to 14.
Split Rock remains undefeated in the western division of the Onondaga County Scholastic Basketball League after a 41 to 13 romp over Marcellus on Split Rock’s court. The game tied with Jordan as the other unbeatens in the western SPLIT ROCK-MARCELLUS B. standings.
Assumption defeated Saint John the Evangelist 25 to 20 on the North court to grab a fourth win and lead the standings. Tio and Weber combined for 19 points to pace Assumption as Franey led Saint John with two field goals and two fouls.
In a golf lesson, Maestro Morrison explains rolling the left foot and ankle on the backswing to release the left side, then rolling the right foot and ankle on the downswing to shift weight. He stresses keeping the chin back as the anchor, warning against any forward chin movement.
Henry Picard stresses that correct foot action is essential for balance and a proper swing. He warns against flat feet and excess weight on the left foot and explains a home drill: bend or roll the ankles to free both feet for better turning and tempo.
The Emanons beat Split Rock 25 to 24 on the Syracuse Boys' Club court. Nappi led Emanons with 8 points while Leary scored 18 for Split Rock.
Oswego High School extended its win streak to three with a 29 to victory over Syracuse Central in a decisive early season matchup. The Oswego squad, led by standout players, controlled the game from the start and secured the win on the road in Syracuse.
Daily sports notes track a bustling slate from New York and beyond. Dempsey Willard film royalty is disputed while Al Hostak and Ceferino Garcia loom for a middleweight title bout. Nate Druxman stalls on a coast bout. candy for boxing fans in reports from Seattle Newark and Los Angeles.
Shortstop Myers demands a $1500 raise, threatens to quit baseball if unmet. He ranks second in the hot stove as a holdout behind Ken Keltner, while the column notes the merry go round and the writer's vacation following the episode.
Saint Anthony’s five defeated Saint Lucy’s 26 to 22 at Saint Lucy’s court in a Parochial League game. Half time score showed Saint Anthony 17 Saint Lucy’s 6. Referee was Brounstein.
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